Minima 42
Made by MDF Italia
Bruno Fattorini's Minima 42 distills the logic of modular design to its clearest expression. The system is constructed entirely from extruded aluminum, a material that is 100% recyclable and lends the shelf its characteristic combination of structural rigidity and visual lightness.
The joining system is the quiet intelligence at the heart of this design. It allows the shelf to extend to any length without visual interruption, creating a horizontal datum that can read across an entire wall or function as a compact, precise storage unit. Uprights and shelves are available in matt lacquered white and graphite grey, with nominal cabinet lengths of 30, 60, and 90 cm. A wood variant and a matt lacquered micro-goffered finish offer additional material registers.
Storage units, fitted with flap-opening doors or two-drawer configurations, are repositionable along the system at will. The Minima 42 is also available in a ground-resting variant across five height options, extending its range from wall-mounted shelving to freestanding storage furniture.
- Extruded aluminum construction, 100% recyclable
- Modular joining system, extendable to any length
- Cabinet depths of 33 cm, height of 42 cm
- Flap-door and two-drawer storage units, fully repositionable
- Available in white, graphite grey, wood, and micro-goffered finishes
- Ground-resting variant in five heights
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Frequently Asked Questions
What material is the Minima 42 shelf made from?
The Minima 42 is built from extruded aluminum, which is 100% recyclable. The material gives the system structural integrity while maintaining a lean, industrial profile that reads lightly in an interior.
Can the Minima 42 be extended to a custom length?
Yes. The proprietary joining system allows modules to connect without visual interruption, so the shelf can be configured to virtually any length. Nominal cabinet widths of 30, 60, and 90 cm provide the building blocks for that configuration.
Is the Minima 42 available as a freestanding unit?
In addition to its wall-mounted form, the Minima 42 is offered in a ground-resting variant available in five different heights, making it suitable as freestanding storage furniture.
What storage options can be added to the system?
Storage units with flap-opening doors or two-drawer configurations can be integrated at any point along the shelf. These units are repositionable, allowing the layout to change as storage needs evolve.
Who designed the Minima 42 and what is their background?
The Minima 42 was designed by Bruno Fattorini, a Milan-based architect and designer who co-founded MDF Italia. His work consistently prioritizes modularity, material economy, and quiet formal discipline.